Why Dry Skin?

Dry skin precisely means there is a deficiency of moisture in the skin. Dry skin may cause dull-looking, even scaly and flaky skin texture, and it easily develops wrinkles and fine lines. 

To maintain healthy skin, you wants to maintain your skin humidity. Skin lotion and cream is important source of skin moisture, but to help relieve dryness, take supplement of vitamin A, avoid constant use of air conditioning, or take care of your health from inside of body.

Cellex-C The Pioneer of Vitamin C Skin Care Technology

Cellex-C was the first line of topical Vitamin C introduced to the market. Exclusive to Cellex-C is the Patented Complex, proven to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by 84.2%, with improved color, tone and texture. Vitamin C is at the core of Cellex-C's formulation, offering powerful antioxidant benefits and continued protection.

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Cellex-C is the world famous anti-aging skin care company whose unique patented products started the whole vitamin C revolution.

MD Skincare skin products

The Alpha Beta® Daily Face Peel by MD Skincare, is a two-step, at-home peel in ready-to-use pads that deliver both immediate and long-term benefits. The patent-pending system provides a precise blend of alpha and beta hydroxy acids to improve skin tone, texture, and clarity, plus moisturizers, green tea extract, and antioxidant vitamins A, C, and E to leave skin soothed, balanced, protected.

Because every acid has its own benefits, using 5 instead of 1 makes this peel more beneficial than those with just 1 acid.

Diminishes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating collagen production and improving skin density and firmness.

Visibly reduces pore size and helps prevent breakouts by regulating oil production.

Evens skin tone, minimizing areas of discoloration and enhances skin's radiance and clarity.

Effectively treats stubborn skin conditions, such as acne and rosacea.

Results are cumulative with continued use.

Directions For Use:
Step 1 – Apply to clean, dry skin. Swipe Step 1 pad over face, from forehead downward to neck in semi-circular strokes. Avoid contact with eyes and lips. Continue to apply evenly until pad feels dry. Wait 2 minutes. Follow with Step 2.

Step 2 - The key to professional results. Swipe Step 2 pad over the face with the same technique as Step 1. Apply until pad feels dry. Do not rinse or use products containing alcohol. Allow skin to dry. Apply moisturizer.

Packaged in two jars of 60 pads each.


MD Skincare Alpha Beta® Daily Face Peel/2 Steps

"If you are using these 4 universal treatment products, you will see the most dramatic results when adding the appropriate MD Skincare® cleanser, moisturizer and sunscreen of choice because I designed these products to work synergistically. It all starts with the Fab Four product assortment."
- Dr. Dennis Gross

This kit features four products for everyone, every skin type, every day!


MD Skincare Fab Four

MD Skincare Soothe & Maintain Kit

"Maintain balance and alleviate all forms of redness and irritation with this duo."
-Dr. Dennis Gross

Used in conjunction, this NEW kit will solve every skincare concern and calm skin to produce a healthier, more luminous complexion.

MD Skincare Soothe & Maintain Kit

Anti-aging Article

The aging process begins when we enter the world and the effects of aging are evident in our bodies through out our lives. Beginning in our 20's, the signs of aging start to become noticeable. Genetically programmed chronological aging causes changes in collagen and elastin, the connective tissues that supply firmness and elasticity to the skin. The genetic program of individuals is different, so the loss of skin firmness and elasticity occurs at different rates and different times in one individual as compared to another. 
 As skin becomes less elastic, it also becomes drier and underlying fat padding begins to disappear. With the loss of underlying support by fat padding and connective tissues, the skin begins to sag; it appears less supple and wrinkles form.

Although wrinkles, lines and age spots are formed by the natural effects of getting older, one way to prevent them from appearing early on in life is to avoid direct sunlight and use sunscreens with SPFs 15 or higher. And, although most of us have some form of sun-damaged skin, there are ways to regain healthy, smooth skin. 

After many years of research, scientists, dermatologists and plastic surgeons have discovered that a variety of natural ingredients and vitamin extracts significantly help slow down and even reverse the signs of aging skin. 

These ingredients are now found in many physician developed and physician recommended anti-aging skin care products, which are specified below.

Vitamin A (Retinol) - Topical Vitamin A has been suggested to help build collagen fibers within the skin in addition to its more superficial exfoliating property. This is the basis for its use in minimizing the appearance of fine wrinkle lines. Vitamin A or Retinol is the main ingredient found in TYK Young Again, M.D. Forte, DDF and SkinScience products.

Vitamin C - Vitamin C or ascorbic acid acts as an antioxidant and is considered vital in wound healing because it aids in stabilizing collagen. When applied topically, vitamin C can reduce fine lines and wrinkles and may lessen the severity of sunburns. This healing ingredient is found in SkinCeuticals, Cellex C and Obagi effective skin care products.

Vitamin E - Vitamin E is another antioxidant that shows to have anti-inflammatory effects on the skin. When applied topically, vitamin E has been shown to improve moisturizing, softness and smoothness and also provides modest photo protection. Vitamin E is found in Cellex C, Exuviance and MD Forte products.

Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) - AHAs are designed to smooth fine lines and surface wrinkles, to improve skin texture and tone, to unblock and cleanse pores, to improve oily skin or acne, and to improve skin condition in general. AHAs are the main ingredients found in MD Forte, TYK Young Again, Super Skin and SkinScience products.

Glycolic Acid - Glycolic acid is the most active and beneficial of the Alpha-Hydroxy-Acids (AHAs) in skin care. Once inside the cells, the acid triggers new formations of collagen to plump cells and the ground substances in the skin to reduce wrinkles on the skin's surface. Glycolic acid is proven to be very effective in the treatment of acne as well as in cosmetic uses. Glycolic acid is found in products by Gly Derm, MD Forte, Z. Bigatti and Super Skin.

N-6 furfuryladenine (kinetin) - The nature-identical plant growth factor, furfuryladenine, retards the aging of plant cells as well as in vitro human skin fibroblasts. This natural, anti-aging ingredient has been proven to reduce wrinkles and fine lines and is exclusively found in Kinerase creams and lotions. This is a proven alternative for people with sensitive skin or people who are sensitive to products containing Retinol and Vitamin C.

Copper Peptides are the latest scientific breakthrough in skin rejuvenation. Copper has been found to naturally firm the skin, enhance elasticity, and reduce fine lines and wrinkles. Copper is the main ingredient in products by Neova and Osmotics.

Pal-KTTKS - Pal-KTTKS is an effective ingredient for reducing fine lines and wrinkles. It's found to promote a smoother, younger complexion quickly, without with out expensive and painful chemical peels, surgery or injections. This patented peptide solution is found in StriVectin-SD.

Green Tea Extract - Green tea's anti-inflammatory and anti-growth qualities are found in many skin care products designed to reduce the appearance of puffiness, wrinkles, fine lines and large pores. Green Tea is found in the Dr. Brandt skin care line, Z. Bigatti and Gly Derm products.

TNS - The biotechnology of the skin's natural healing process has arrived with the first tissue repairing complex containing growth factors found in normal, healthy skin. Unlike anything else currently on the market, TNS is the next level of skin rejuvenation that delivers dramatic results, for smoother, softer, younger looking skin. TNS is found in SkinMedica's TNS Recovery Complex.

Many customers ask which anti-aging product is best and we always respond by saying that there is no best product. Since every individuals skin is different, the results of using anti-aging products will be different as well. We recommend that you consult with a skin care professional prior to use of any new skin care product to determine your skin type, skin condition and possible sensitivities to active ingredients. Your skin care professional may recommend specific products, or you can try a few on your own based on your consultation. If you are not happy with the first product you try, try another one. It's important that you choose a product and skin care regimen that makes you feel 100% comfortable with the look and feel of your skin.

Customers also inquire about when they should expect to see results from using anti-aging products. Again, we respond by saying that results will be different for each individual, generally due to the condition of ones skin prior to use. However, across the board, we say not to expect a miracle, as there is no anti-aging product on the market that provides overnight results. Whether you are trying to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, dark circles, puffiness or age spots, the process is gradual and takes anywhere from 4 to 8 weeks depending on the severity of your problem areas. After allowing the products time to take effect as well as following product directions, you can be sure to notice significant improvement in the appearance of your skin.

To see the quickest results, you will have to undergo professional cosmetics procedures. While procedures such as laser treatments, injections and dermabrasion produce the fastest, most noticeable improvements, they are all are somewhat painful or uncomfortable and very costly. In addition, pre and post treatment plans are required to achieve maximum results, which consist of using skin care products, that are also proven to be safe, effective, painless and less expensive alternatives to professional cosmetic procedures.

Please note that with the use of any new skin care product, it is highly possible that your skin will react to the ingredients. You may experience irritation, redness, dryness or a mild breakout, which should only last for the first 3-5 days of use. If you experience any of these reactions for a longer period of time, please discontinue use and consult a skin care professional. It is also recommended that prior to using any new skin care product to consult with a skin care professional.

Anti-aging Products:

B. Kamins Therapeutic Anti Aging System T'Fivve Anti-Aging Skin Care Kit Prevage Anti-Aging Starter Set by Elizabeth Arden B. Kamins Therapeutic Anti-Aging Moisturizer NuFace Anti Aging Trio by Carole Cole Freeze 24 / 7 Jet Set Travel Kit Dr. Michelle Copeland Anti-Aging Kit:

Q - Q10 (Coenzyme)

CoQ10 has the efficiency to relieve many of the injurious stock of photo aging. Topical applications of CoQ10 may provided boost to skin correction and renewal while amicable in the cure of free radical injury caused by presence to environmental factors like sun, dirt and smoking. 

An extra advantage of topical application is CoQ10's smaller molecular size, which makes it smoothly absorbed by the skin.

Caring for normal skin type

Skin Types - Caring for normal skin type, dry skin type, oily skin type, combination skin type, sensitive skin type
The type of skin you have depends on the activity of the sebaceous, or oil producing glands.

Normal Skin: Balanced Skin. It is neither oily nor dry. It has a translucent, soft, smooth texture and a healthy glow.

Dry Skin: The sebaceous glands are less active. The skin lacks both oil and moisture. It is fine textured and fragile as it is vulnerable to changes to temperature and humidity. It flakes easily and develops early lines and wrinkles. See Dry Skin

Oily Skin: The sebaceous glands are over active. The skin has a greasy shine. The texture is coarse due to enlarged pores. It is prone to clogged pores, blackheads, pimples and acne. See Oily Skin

Sensitive Skin: Sensitive skin can be easily irritated. Typical reactions are itching, burning, chafing and stinging. After a wash a wash it feels dry and itchy in places. By midday there are flaky patches and some redness. Occasionally break out in spots. See Sensitive Skin

Combination Skin: The skin has a greasy area, while surrounding areas are dry. The T-zone consists of forehead, nose and chin are usually greasy. The cheeks and area around eyes are dry. This is the most common skin type.

Apart from these, there are other types which are exaggerated versions of the main types, they have been dealt with separately under skin problems, ageing skin, and so on.

Identify your skin Type
By answering the questions below you can find out what type of skin you have. Just tick the answer-a, b, c or d-that closely applies to your skin.

1. After cleansing, how does your skin feel?

(a) Tight and rough

(b) Smooth and supple

(c) Slightly oily

(d) Oily in some areas, tight in others.

2. How often does your skin break out in spots?

(a) Almost never

(b) Rarely

(c) Often

(d) Only in the T -Zone (across the forehead and down the nose and chin).

3. Which of the following best describes your skin texture?

(a) Smooth and transparent

(b) Firm and even

(c) Slightly rough and uneven

(d) A mixture of the above.

4. How does your skin look during the day?

(a) Flaky and chapped

(b) Clean and fresh-looking

(c) Shiny

(d) Shiny in the T-Zone

Now add up how many a's, b's, c's and d's you scored. If the majority of your answers are a's, our skin is dry. If the majority of your answers are b's, your skin is normal.

If the majority of your answers are c's, your skin is oily. If the majority of your answers are d's your skin is combination.

Some nice Skin Booster homemade masks for all types of skin Orange yogurt mask: A cool and relax in mask. 

If you are feeling sluggish, this is the perfect mask for you, as its like a pick me up only in 5 Min's. The yogurt will cleanse the skin and the orange is full of vitamin C and AHA's.

Ingredients - 1 tsp of plain yogurt and juice of 1/4th of an orange.
Instructions - Stir to mix and then dip fingers into mixture and smooth onto face and neck. Leave on for 5 Min's then wash off with warm water and pat dry.

There is enough at home to pamper yourself! Make the most.

Basics steps of facial skin care routine: Exfoliation

Exfoliation is a technique where the layer of mostly dead epidermal cells on the outer surface of the skin (a.k.a. stratum corneum) is removed to expose fresher mostly living cells. Potential benefits of exfoliation include fresher, brighter looking skin, better penetration of active ingredients of skin care products and, for people with excessively oily skin, a varying degree of reduction in oil secretion.

It is debatable whether exfoliation reduces file lines, but it generally does not improve significant wrinkles since its effects do not reach the dermis where wrinkles are formed.

Routine exfoliation should not be confused with deep chemical peels, laser peels and other semi-invasive wrinkle treatments methods. The idea of such methods is not to strip the dead cells from the epidermis (as routine exfoliation does) but to create controlled trauma to the dermis, the deeper layer responsible for structural integrity of the skin. The subsequent wound-healing response and skin remodeling help to wipe out some of the wrinkles. Procedures like deep chemical peels are aggressive treatments to be done infrequently by trained professionals. Their mechanism of action is different -- they are not simply intense versions of routine exfoliation.

Now that the terms are clear: Is routine exfoliation beneficial and who can benefit? The benefits of adding exfoliation to a skin care routine are not universal. 

First, the skin undergoes continuous natural exfoliation anyway. If it weren't, the skin would be inches think because continuously produced new epidermal cells (keratinocytes) would accumulate. Epidermal cell turnover and the resulting natural exfoliation are more rapid at a young age. Therefore, young people generally do not benefit from exfoliation and are more likely to suffer its side effects. Even some people in their 30-s and 40-s have naturally high cell turnover and may not benefit from routine exfoliation. On the other hand, many people over thirty develop dull, lifeless looking skin because their stratum corneum (topmost layer consisting of dead cells) becomes too thick. This group is likely to benefit from routine exfoliation. Since exfoliation sometimes reduces the production of skin oil (sebum) people with excessively oily skin may benefit too, especially if they exfoliate with beta and/or alpha hydroxy acids. On the other hand, exfoliation may cause further irritation in people with dry and/or sensitive skin, who should either refrain from exfoliation or use mild exfoliants infrequently.

If you decided that exfoliation should be a regular element of your skin care routine, how often should you do it? 

Except for people with extremely oily skin, daily exfoliation is not a good idea. You goal is to remove the dead cells from the skin surface. It takes at least a few days for a size able amount of dead cells to accumulate. If you exfoliate more often than that, you may be removing too many living cell, increasing the chance of irritation and skin damage.

For most people who decide to exfoliate, once or twice a week is sufficient. You should determine optimal frequency based on your skin type, strength of the exfoliants you use, application technique and other factors. If you develop irritation, increased sensitivity or dryness, you are probably exfoliating too much.

Popular exfoliation methods include alpha and beta hydroxy acids, enzyme peels, microdermabrasion and others. Some may have collateral benefits. For example, alpha-hydroxy acids (especially glycolic and lactic) seem to have additional skin benefits independently of their exfoliating effect, such as improvement of dermal matrix. Beta-hydroxy acids, such as salicylic acid, are particularly effective in reducing excess oil production and may be a good fit for oily, acne-prone skin. On the other hand, chronic irritation and skin damage from overuse of acidic exfoliants is a known dermatological entity and may contribute to skin aging. Be prudent: listen to your skin, use common sense and inform yourself before trying anything new.